Discover the story behind Pretty Place, South Carolina’s most iconic mountain chapel. Perched high above the Blue Ridge Mountains near Cleveland, SC, Fred W. Symmes Chapel offers breathtaking sunrise views, rich history, inspiring faith, and one of the most scenic destinations in the Southeast. Learn why generations of visitors continue to make the journey to this unforgettable mountaintop landmark.
Founded in 1893, Travelers Rest United Methodist Church offers a unique glimpse into the history of one of the Upstate’s fastest-growing communities. The original chapel still stands beside the modern sanctuary, creating a living timeline of faith and local history in downtown Travelers Rest.
Founded by formerly enslaved families in 1865, Soapstone Baptist Church and the historic Liberia Community preserve one of the most remarkable stories in Upstate South Carolina. Discover the church, schoolhouse, cemeteries, and legacy hidden near Table Rock and Highway 11.
For more than 150 years, Griffin Baptist Church has served the communities of Pumpkintown and northern Pickens County. Located along the Pumpkintown Highway with Glassy Mountain in the background, the church remains a longstanding landmark in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Founded in 1795 and named for Cherokee Chief Woolenoy, Oolenoy Baptist Church has stood at the heart of the Pumpkintown community for more than 230 years. Its historic cemetery contains the graves of pioneer settlers, veterans, and generations of families who helped shape the Oolenoy Valley.
Discover the historic churches that helped shape Pumpkintown and Oolenoy Valley, from the frontier-era roots of Oolenoy Baptist Church to the community landmarks that continue serving the South Carolina foothills today.
Discover the historic churches that helped shape Pumpkintown and Oolenoy Valley, from the frontier-era roots of Oolenoy Baptist Church to the community landmarks that continue serving the South Carolina foothills today.